10-Day Morocco Journey – Highlights from Marrakech to Casablanca
Marrakech – A vibrant imperial city known for its red walls, lively souks, historic palaces, and the iconic Jemaa El-Fna square filled with storytellers, food stalls, and musicians.
High Atlas Mountains – Cross the dramatic Tizi n’Tichka Pass, offering panoramic mountain views and traditional Berber villages nestled in terraced hillsides.
Ait Benhaddou – A UNESCO-listed ksar famous for its mudbrick architecture and film history, set against a stunning desert backdrop.
Ouarzazate – Known as the “Gateway to the Sahara,” this cinematic city is home to ancient kasbahs and Atlas Film Studios.
Dades Valley & Todra Gorge – Explore deep canyons and lush oases, surrounded by towering rock walls perfect for scenic walks and photography.
Merzouga & Sahara Desert – Experience the majestic sand dunes of Erg Chebbi with a camel ride and overnight stay in a desert camp under the stars.
Fes – Step back in time in Morocco’s oldest imperial city. Discover the labyrinthine medina, historic madrasas, tanneries, and centuries-old craft traditions.
Chefchaouen (Blue City) – Nestled in the Rif Mountains, this serene town charms with its blue-washed streets, local handicrafts, and peaceful mountain atmosphere.
Rabat – The elegant capital city, home to royal palaces, tree-lined boulevards, and historical landmarks like the Hassan Tower and Kasbah of the Udayas.
Casablanca – Morocco’s modern economic hub, featuring the impressive Hassan II Mosque by the sea and a mix of French colonial and contemporary architecture.
Welcome to Morocco with us ! The Morocco travel itinerary of 10 days starts with a welcoming Airport pickup by one of our excellent tour guides. From the Airport you will be transferred to a completely traditional Riad/ hotel for an overnight stay in Marrakech.
Good morning and you’ll be ready to start with a perfect way to explore Marrakech Medina and the shining Sites that this Moroccan imperial city has to show. Morocco is undoubtedly a rich country which means every city has something special historical, cultural, or even Traditional. Africa North Journeys Agency has booked an expert local guide to lead and help you discover Marrakech and all its hidden gems that never end. Starting with; Bahia Palace, Saadian Tombs Koutoubia Mosque, Ben Youssef Quranic Mosque, and ending with a Memorable wander at the Medina and Jamaa el Fna Square. End your day some relax in one of the Overlooking coffees in the square overnight Marrakech & Breakfast.
As we gonna have a nice day on your Morocco tour, we depart from Marrakech towards the mesmerizing city of Boumalne Dades. Be prepared to become fascinated along the way. Today’s first stop is Tizi N’Tichka, a picturesque pass in the middle of the Atlas Mountains. The site is 2260 meters above sea level. From there, we drive straight to Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah. UNESCO has registered it as a World Heritage Site since 1987, and it is located between Marrakech and Ouarzazate. Feel free to climb the stairs of the Kasbah to reach the top of the hill to witness the breathtaking oasis and Nature Valley & Furthermore, have a stroll inside the old buildings to get an idea of how the ancient Berbers built their houses. After enjoying a leisurely lunch, we continued our journey to Kalaat M’Gouna, a well-known and charming small city surrounded by roses. Finally, we will arrive at Boumalne Dades, where we will spend a peaceful night in a lovely Riad overnight & Dinner and Breakfast.
we gan a starts after a typical breakfast and taking a much-needed shower, we visited the Dades Gorge, one of the natural wonders where rivers, mountains, rocks, and curves come together to form a marvelous panorama for the eyes. After witnessing this magical landscape, we set off to another enchanting gorge called Todgha, which will amaze you with its breathtaking river and rocks reaching 300 meters in height. Feel free to wander around the place and appreciate it. Later, after a break for lunch, depart for the Sahara Desert. Upon arrival, board the camel to cross the Golden Dunes. In the middle of the dunes, you will take a break to admire the sunset, then continue your journey to the desert camp, where tea and sweets await you. Enjoy dinner and desert vibes with Berber music created by the staff. Overnight stay in a Luxury Desert Camp & Dinner and Breakfast.
Our journey to see the Gnawa musicians begins today. We’ll also visit a fossil museum and have tea with the actual nomads who live behind the Erg Chebbi dunes. Later on, in Mefiss, where many mines exist even after Morocco’s independence, some locals are still extracting fossils, eyeliner, and minerals from 100 to 300 meters underground. Next, we will have lunch at a local restaurant that specializes in making Berber pizza. After that, we continue our explorations and visit one of the area’s oases! If you are interested in experiencing the thrill of quad biking in the desert, please let your driver know so he can make the necessary arrangements. Afterward, we will transfer you to the hotel. If you still want to enjoy your time in the dunes, take the sandboard Dinner and Breakfast at the Kasbah
Wake up early today to catch one more last sunrise in the desert and witness the magical view of the sand’s color changing every time the sun goes up. After leaving Merzouga, the 10 Days in Morocco tour takes us to Fes via Ziz Valley, Midelt, and Cedar Forest, where Barbary Macaques lives. We will also pass through Ifrane, a city located in the middle of the Atlas Mountains; it’s called the Little Switzerland of Morocco. In the late afternoon, we arrived in the scientific capital Fes for an overnight stay at a well-known traditional Riad located in the heart of Medina fes & Breakfast.
After breakfast, begin your day with a charming city tour of Fes. An experienced local guide from the city will be your companion, showing you all of Fes’s interesting sites and answering any questions you might have about the history or anything you didn’t understand. The sightseeing tour begins at the Blue Gate, or Bab Bou Jeloud, the city’s most recognizable landmark. You will be amazed by the beautiful architecture and detailed blue tile work. Next visit: Fes el-Bali (Old Medina) is one of the world’s largest car-free urban zones, and its winding lanes are a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Your visit to Medina includes the tanneries, Bou Inania Madrasa, Al-Qarawiyyin Mosque, and the university. Your city trip will conclude with a return to the Riad for the night & Breakfast.
Todays as Your Morocco Memories trip starts from Fes to Chefchaouen unveils Morocco’s rich history and stunning landscapes, blending ancient wonders and cultural charm. The first today’s stop is Meknes, an imperial city steeped in history. Feel free to visit the following sites if they are open (Bab Manosur, Qara Prison, Sahrij and Hri Souani, and finally Moulay Ismail Mausoleum). then, we continue to Volubilis, where the Roman ruins stand testament to a bygone era, inviting exploration amidst ancient columns and worn stones. Afterward we cross the Rif Mountains to reach the blue-washed streets of Chefchaouen. Once we drop you off in your Riad / Hotelfeel free to wander and stroll around the Medina & Breakfast.
Today begins with a typical breakfast and then leaves Chefchaouen for a journey to Casablanca via Rabat. Along the way, soak in the mesmerizing landscapes that line the highway. Once we arrive in Morocco’s capital and royal city (Rabat), we begin a small city tour to understand the hidden gems and historical sites of this ready-made and clean city. First, let’s look at the Hassan Tower, also known as the Hassan Tower. Yacoub al-Mansour built it in 1195 as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The tower is part of a larger complex that also includes Mohammed V’s Mausoleum. The Kasbah of Oudayas, a magnificent and significant historical site, forms a fortified citadel on a hill overlooking the Atlantic Ocean and the Bou Regreg River. After lunch in Rabat, we continue to Casablanca, where we will stay overnight in a fabulous Hotel / Riad & Breakfast.
Today we will leave Casablanca and head via highway to the city of Marrakech. Before we hit the road, we pay a brief visit to the fascinating seventh-largest mosque in the world and the third-largest in Africa. Known as the Hassan II Mosque, once the visit is over, we move on. We will reach Marrakech after a 3-hour drive. At the airport, your Morocco travel itinerary for 10 days comes to an end.
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